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Not sure what to get your mom this Christmas? These are the best Christmas gifts for mom that she will absolutely love.
Shopping for moms can be difficult, whether she's already bought the things she wants or she says you really don't need to get her anything. We still want to get our mom's the best gifts to show our appreciation.
So we've compiled the best gifts for mom that will make her feel special; including, clothing & accessories, housewares, meaningful gifts, relaxing gifts, and more.
A good way to get gift ideas is to keep a note in your phone of the things she says throughout the year that she wants. It doesn't have to be big things, but if she says "oh that's a really cute bag" or something just jot that down. And then when December rolls around you'll already have some ideas to pull from.
On this gift guide I've added quite a few items that my mom has either bought herself over the years or that I have gotten her as a gift and she's liked, so these are all mom-approved!
This post is all about the best Christmas gifts for mom this year.
The Best Christmas Gifts for Mom:
Meaningful Gifts for Mom
1. Custom Calendar
Custom calendars are a special gift for mom that are both useful and sentimental. If your family doesn't take a lot of pictures then try doing one picture per month, or if your family takes tons of pictures then try making a collage per month.
This is also a really easy gift to repeat yearly with new pictures. So every Christmas you already know what your gift for mom will be.
An idea to try: Create a feature page for the month's where there are birthdays or anniversaries. For example, if your birthday is in June, then make June pictures of you only.
2. Watercolor House Portrait
A watercolor house portrait is a really meaningful gift for mom. All you need is a picture of her house to submit and a frame to put the final painting in.
Since it likely isn't your moms first home you can add something like "Memories to Last a Lifetime", "Merry Christmas", or anything else that you think will ger her feeling emotional.
3. Porcelain Ornament
Lenox makes really nice porcelain ornaments. If your mom is someone that doesn't usually get herself nice things, one of these quality ornaments will bring a smile to her face.
It is also another gift that can be given annually, and when she decorates her tree she'll be able to look back over the years of all the ornaments you picked out for her.
4. Birthstone Ring
5. An Experience
We all know that more than anything moms just want to spend quality time with us. So if there is something that you can do together, those memories will be much more meaningful to her.
Some ideas are: getting manicures/pedicures, going to a movie, play or concert, touring a brewery or winery, Topgolf, bowling, an escape room, etc.
Useful Gifts for Mom
6. A Coffee Maker
This single cup Keurig is so convenient for busy mornings. If coffee is a go-to in your mom's morning routine then this coffee maker is a must. It can brew hot, cold or specialty drinks and comes with a built in milk frother. Mornings will be a whole lot better with this setup.
7. A Crossbody Bag
This crossbody bag is so functional and despite it's low profile it has much more space than it looks like. The faux leather is super soft and there are 30 different colors options to choose from. My mom currently has it in 3 colors, but I have a feeling she wouldn't be upset with even more.
8. Memory Foam Slippers
Is it just my mom that is always cold? These slippers will keep your mom toasty warm and are so comfortable. They are good for indoor or outdoor so she won't have to change out of her slippers to get the mail/check on the animals/run errands. Whatever she needs to do!
9. Microfiber Towel Wrap
These microfiber towel wraps are one of the things your mom doesn't know she needs. Microfiber towels help to reduce frizz, tangles, and breakage. They're great for all hair types and help to keep hair healthy.
10. Spa Headbands
These headbands are the perfect everyday use gift for mom. They'll keep her hair back and out of her face while she does her skincare or makeup routines.
I prefer the elastic ones with the bow because the velcro pulls at my hair, but my mom preferred the velcro ones!
11. Stemless Wine Glasses
Anthropologie has so many beautiful, hand crafted products. If your mom is a wine drinker, then these luster stemless wine glasses will be a perfect gift. They are hand-painted and will be a unique addition to her glassware.
12. Essential Oil Diffuser
For the busy mom that doesn't always take time for herself. An essential oil diffuser is a great relaxing gift for mom. They are low maintenance and this one will look stylish anywhere in her home. Lump this together with some of the other products for a well-rounded self care package.
13. Kindle
For the mom that loves to read. It can be a hard change to move away from paper books, but having a Kindle is incredibly convenient. It makes it easier to download books so she'll be able to immediately start reading a new book once she finishes her current one. And if she loves to travel it is so convenient to pack.
Some things to consider: display screen size and light functions. As we know our vision declines as the years go on. So getting something like The Kindle Paperwhite Signature Edition with a 6.8" display screen will make it easier to have larger font without taking up the whole page. It also has an auto adjusting light feature so the screen will be bright enough for comfortable reading. My mom has told me more than once that the older you get the more light you need to read and I'm starting to realize just how right she is lol.
If she already has a Kindle you can get her a cute cover to protect it from scratches.
14. Books
If technology is not her thing, then give her the gift of good books!
Small Gifts for Mom
15. Butter Bell
A butter bell might not seem like a traditional Christmas present, but every mom needs soft butter. My mom specifically requested one last Christmas and she loves it. There are a bunch of color options so you can get something that matches her kitchen or just pick a color that you know she loves.
16. Sunglasses
These sunglasses are stylish, sturdy, and affordable. Not only are they cute, they also have anti-glare lenses that can block 99.99% of both UVA and UVB radiation. With these she'll be looking stylish while driving, running errands, going out to lunch, and so on!
17. Wine Glass Tumbler With Lid
Corkcicle is a brand that makes high quality insulated drinkware. This wine glass tumbler is a perfect gift for mom. It will keep her wine chilled for up to 8 hours so she can sip it slowly or chug it down.
If your mom isn't a wine drinker, Corkcicle also has travel tumblers, canteens, and coffee mugs that would make a great gift.
18. Heating Pad for Neck and Shoulders
This gift puts mom's comfort first. The heating pad can be used for neck, shoulders, back, arms, or legs. It targets any tension, soreness, or pain that she may be having. And as an added bonus, it is just nice for cold days even if she isn't feeling pain.
Gifts for Mom Who Has Everything
19. Clothing
Even if it feels like your mom already has all the clothes she could ever need, it is always nice to get new pieces. If she's anything like my mom, she could easily retire some items she's been holding onto for decades and replace them with new ones.
20. Modern Water Bottle
Has your mom been using the same water bottle for years? Or perhaps doesn't drink nearly enough water? This slim, modern water bottle comes in 29 different colors and is the perfect size for traveling, going to the gym, hiking, or chilling at home.
21. Skin Care
This skin care duo is to die for. DIME positions themselves as affordable luxury skincare and they couldn't be more right. These serums will help with moisture retention and plumping. A gift she will truly love.
22. Hair Finishing Stick
This product is perfect for taming stubborn flyaway hairs. The gel is gentle on hair and doesn't leave it feeling sticky or greasy. My mom uses this in her daily routine and LOVES it.
23. Silk Pillowcase
Silk pillowcases have so many benefits that if your mom doesn't have one yet she needs one. Silk will help prevent breakage and frizz and won't strip your hair of its natural oils. It's non-absorbent qualities will also help with skin dryness and acne. So all her nightly skin care won't get sucked up into her pillow.
24. Luggage
For the mom that loves to travel, these suitcases are durable and have a TSA approved lock. She'll not only look cute wheeling these around the airport, but they are sturdy and will get her items to her destination in one piece.
25. Packing Cubes
These cubes are a must-have when it comes to packing. Not only will they protect her clothes from stains and odors, but they make it incredibly easy to organize items so she isn't fumbling through her suitcase to find something.
26. Fabfitfun Subscription
If she truly does have it all, a subscription service will introduce her to new products. Products range from beauty, to wellness, to home.
27. Steals & Deals
If you want to get your mom something expensive but don't have tons to spend, try visiting The Today Show's Steals & Deals page. Yet another thing my mom put me on to, they have insane discounts on a variety of products.
This post was all about the best Christmas gifts for mom.